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Does the fibula separate the deep posterior and lateral compartments of the lower leg from touching? does superficial posterior compartment touch the lateral compartment?

Q: does the fibula separate the deep posterior and lateral compartments of the lower leg from touching? does superficial posterior compartment touch the lateral compartment?

: I'm not sure that any MD other than an orthopedic surgeon would have such anatomic knowledge.

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

I'm not sure that any MD other than an orthopedic surgeon would have such anatomic knowledge.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 6/30/2022

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A member asked:

Does the fibula separate the deep posterior and lateral compartments of the lower leg from touching? does superficial posterior compartment touch the lateral compartment?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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